# PushUp Time vs Lerf

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Lerf at 100% against PushUp Time's 44%. Lerf also leads on monetization model (free vs subscription) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). PushUp Time's advantage is ratings volume (12K vs 15). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PushUp Time sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Lerf sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Lerf holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PushUp Time has 12K ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 44% of PushUp Time's written reviews are positive against 100% of Lerf's.

PushUp Time ships an update weekly, Lerf every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PushUp Time | Lerf |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pushup-time-app-blocker/id6749405784/reviews) | **[5.0 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lerf-screen-time-app-blocker/id6772977644/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **12K** | 15 |
| Positive reviews | 44.4% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Weekly | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free** |
| Size | 131 MB | 14 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17 | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mutasim Ibrahim](https://appshunter.io/developer/1812945569) | [Grant Hergenroeder](https://appshunter.io/developer/1729593612) |

## What reviewers say

### PushUp Time

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pushup-time-app-blocker/id6749405784)

This app integrates exercise into your daily phone usage. Perform quick sets of exercises like push-ups or squats to unlock your most-used apps. Track your progress and build a consistent fitness habit without needing a gym or equipment.

**Highlights:** Exercise to unlock apps, Hands-free rep counting with camera, Supports push-ups, squats, lunges, jumping jacks, sit-ups, Customizable rep requirements per app, Offline functionality, Progress tracking and daily streaks, Focus time lock

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Limited Time Offer | $14.99 | per year |
| Monthly Premium | $14.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $24.99 | per year |
| Yearly Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly+ | $59.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great app
- 👍 Captures push-ups perfectly
- 👍 Encourages exercise and reduces phone usage

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Paid app
- 🐛 App stuck in a loop
- 🐛 Endless login loop
- 🐛 App doesn't work as advertised

**Reported bugs**

- App stuck in a loop
- Endless login loop
- App doesn't work as advertised

**Requested features**

- Make the app free to download


### Lerf

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lerf-screen-time-app-blocker/id6772977644)

This app helps you regain control of your screen time by blocking distracting applications during specific periods. It offers flexible blocking modes and ambient sounds to support relaxation, study, or sleep. The focus is on protecting your time and peace without intrusive tracking.

**Highlights:** Block distracting apps, Set custom session timers, Easy and Strict blocking modes, Ambient soundscapes, Designed for minimal interaction, Protect personal time

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lerf Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Lerf Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Lerf Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Lerf Annual | $39.99 | per year |
| Lerf Yearly | $79.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PushUp Time free?

PushUp Time is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Lerf free?

Lerf is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, PushUp Time or Lerf?

Lerf is rated higher. PushUp Time averages 4.7 out of 5 from 12K ratings, while Lerf averages 5.0 from 15 ratings.

### Do PushUp Time or Lerf have ads?

Neither PushUp Time nor Lerf shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PushUp Time or Lerf?

PushUp Time ships an update weekly, and Lerf every 5 days. Most recently, PushUp Time was updated on November 7, 2026 and Lerf on October 31, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*